The August Bayshore Race raises funds for Owen Sound Hospital Foundation.

Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Bayshore Race in Owen Sound. The 5k, 10k and half marathon run is scheduled for Sunday August 27 at the Bayshore Community Centre. The event also includes a 5k fun walk and 1k kids' run.

All funds raised will support equipment purchase for use at the Owen Sound Regional Hospital. Organizers hope to raise $50,000 at the 2017 event for several pieces of diagnostic equipment needed.

"Owen Sound is a beautiful place for a run. We offer 5k, 10k and half marathon road races on a flat, fast course. We're also pleased to announce prize money for record breaking runners," said Co-Race Director, Greg Nicol. New for the 2017 event, the Bayshore Race will offer cash prizes to those who set new course records.

"Current records are posted at www.bayshorerace.com. We're looking forward to attracting more runners with this incentive," Nicol added.

Online registration via RaceRoster.com is now open with 'earlybird' rates in effect until March 31. To register – or for more information, visit www.bayshorerace.com.

source: media release, Owen Sound Hospital Foundation